How to join DRDO – Application Process & Eligibility

How to join DRDO: Overview

Dear candidate, today I am going to discuss How to join DRDO & all the career opportunities in DRDO (Defense Research and Development Organisation). DRDO is an R&D wing of the Indian Defense Department that covers wide opportunities as Scientist, Technician, Admin, and Multitasking jobs. and I am Covering all the Selection process, eligibility, educational criteria, pay scale, and syllabus. so let’s Start.

Divisions / Class of DRDO

How many posts’ Division of DRDO:

It is proud to be a part of DRDO. it hires the candidate majorly for 4 Divisions that are-

• Scientist
• Technical Staff
• Admin & Allied (Non-Tech)
• Research fellow

And each has a Different Joining process, Eligibility.

Facility and power of DRDO Scientist:-

• Travel Concession, Medical facilities, Advances for PCs/ House Building are also admissible.
• House Rent Allowance up to 24% of Basic Pay in case of non-availability of Government accommodation and other allowances viz, DA, Transport Allowance with DA on it,
• reimbursement of expenditures on newspapers/periodicals etc.

Entry in DRDO through RAC

How to be a Scientist in DRDO:
The requirement of Assessment center is to hire the Graduate Engineers and Post Graduate Science Candidates for Scientist ‘B’ position in DRDO, which allow the candidates to work as a Scientist and grow. These are different Branches under Scientist ‘B’ Required Different Eligibilities. But a Common Eligibility is Compulsory for all that is GATE Exam.

• Yes, Only Gate Passed Candidates can apply who have a good score in ME, EE, EC, CS, CE, Aeronautical, And Material Science for Engineering
• And Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, for M.Sc. branches are available in DRDO for research and Development.

Eligibility

What is the Eligibility of Scientist in DRDO:

• Candidate must be an Indian Citizen
• Age must be less than or equal 28 years for Gen, 31 years for OBC, 33 years for SC/ST Candidate.
• Category-1: Engineering Graduates Having Valid gate score, not below 25% and 55% of Aggregate in Engineering
• Category-2: IIT/NIIT Candidates having at least 80% aggregate marks in the EQ degree

Syllabus of Scientist ‘B’ DRDO

What Syllabus asked in DRDO Scientist ‘B’ exam:

Syllabus of the Scientist ‘B’ in DRDO is differ for all the beaches. it is the same as the Engineering services examination syllabus. some syllabus of the branch as below-

Civil Engineering

Paper-1

1. Building Materials
2. Solid Mechanics
3. Structure Analysis
4. Design of Steel and Structures
5. Design of Concrete and masonry structure
6. Contraction Practice, planning, and management

Paper-2

1. Flow of Fluids, Hydraulics machines and Power
   1. Fluid Mechanics, Open Channel Flow, Pipe Flow
   1. Hydraulic Machines and Hydro power
2. Hydrology and Water Resource Engineering
3. Environmental Engineering
   1. Water Supply Engineering
   1. Waste Water Engineering
   1. Solid Waste Management
   1. Air, Noise pollution and Ecology
4. Geo-Technical and Foundation Engineering
   1. Geo‐technical Engineering
   1. Foundation Engineering
5. Surveying  and Geology
   1. Surveying
   1. Geology
6. Transportation Engineering
   1. Highway
   1. Tunnelling
   1. Railways System
   1. Harbours
   1. Airports

Mechanical Engineering

Paper-1

1. Fluid Mechanics
2. Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
3. IC Engine, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
4. Turbo Machinery
5. Power Plant Engineering
6. Renewable Sources of Energy

Paper-2

1. Engineering Mechanics
2. Engineering Materials
3. Mechanism and Mechanics
4. Design of Machine Elements
5. Manufacturing, Industrial and Maintenance Engineering
6. Mechatronics and Robotics

Electrical Engineering

Paper-1

1. Engineering Mathematics
2. Electrical; Materials
3. Electric circuit and Field
4. Electrical and Electronic Measurement
5. Computer Fundamentals
6. Basic Electronics Engineering

Paper-2

1. Analog and Digital Electronics
2. Systems ad Signal Processing
3. Control System
4. Electrical Machines
5. Power Systems
6. Power Electronic Devices

Electronics and Communication

Paper-1

1. Basic Electronics Engineering
2. Basic Electrical Engineering
3. Materials Science
4. Electronic Measurements and Instrumentation
5. Network Theory
6. Analog and Digital Circuits

Paper-2

1. Analog and Digital Communication Systems
2. Control Systems:
3. Computer Organization and Architecture
4. Electro Magnetics
5. Advanced Electronics Topics
6. Advanced Communication Topics

These are all about Scientist ‘B’ which is Hired in DRDO through RAC. Now lets Move on next That is Technician and other position in DRDO

How to Apply for Scientist ‘B’ DRDO

1. Candidates are required to register online at the RAC website https://rac.gov.in
2. On successful registration, the candidates may log in before the closing date of the advertisement to fill the application form online. The candidates are required to upload the requisite certificates the details of the application fee payment and lock the application before submission of the same.
3. Candidates are advised to retain a copy of the online recruitment application (pdf format) after locking the online application form.

Center for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM)

How to be a technician in DRDO:

Center for Personnel Talent Management is supporting body of DRDO which help to hire the candidates for-

• Technician (A)
• Senior Technical Assistant both are under Technical Staff
• Admin & Allied

these all have different Required Eligibility Let’s Discuss all in Detail.

Technician ‘A’

How many technician trades in DRDO:

Fabulous career opportunities for the 10th pass students who completed their ITI Diploma in various fields-

• Automobile
• Book Binder
• Carpenter
• COPA
• Draughtsman (ME)
• DTP Operator
• Electrician
• Electronics
• Fitter
• machinist
• Mechanic (Diesel)
• Medical Lab technology
• Motor Mechanic
• Turner and Welder and so on.

These all ITI candidates can apply for the technician in DRDO. This is the Minimum and Only Educational requirement is needed. Higher education can’t apply for this.

Responsibility

What is the Responsibility of DRDO Technician:
A Technician is Serve under the Scientist as Technical Staff responsible for Follow the Guides from Senior, Manage and Control technical factor of the Projects, It uses technical skills for the Projects. basically it is actual creator after Research and Development of the Project It Works under the development team.

Pay Scale and Benefits of Technician DRDO:-

All the Post under the technician are pay at level -2 offer (minimum 28000 and with other allowances in class ‘X’ cities. )

Selection Process

What is the selection process of DRDO Technician:

• There are two Tests in the Technician Exam, first is Tier-1 (CBT) and the second is Trade test.
• The tier-1 exam consists of two sections- Section-A and B
• Section A is Basic part covering Quantitative Aptitude, General English, General Intelligence and reasoning ability and General Science
• Section B is covering the trade syllabus belongs to a specific trade.
• The tier-2 exam consists of only section cover all the Trade Syllabus belongs to Specific Trade.
• After the both of exam selected candidates allow joining after medical test and their Selection will be on the basis of Score of Tier-1 and Tier-2

Tier	Mod/Type of exam	Scope of exam	Marks	Total marks & Duration
1	CBT Computer base Test	Section-A (Aptitude, General English, Reasoning, General Science) ________________ Section-B (Trade Specific)	Section-A 50 mark _____________ Section-B 100 marks	150 Marks & 120 min.
2	Trade Test Qualifying in Nature	Trade Specific Exam, ( ITI Trade )	__________	60 to 120 min.

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Eligibility for DRDO Technician

What is DRDO Technician Eligibility:

• Candidate must be Indian
• Age between 18 to 28 Years (Age Relaxation applicable as per govt. Rules).
• Must be 10^th Pass at least 65% for Gen and 55% for SC/ST. must have ITI Diploma in Respective Trade.

Syllabus of Technician DRDO

What Syllabus asked in DRDO Technician exam:

TIER-I is Computer Based Test (CBT) consist of 2 sections :

Section A :-

Quantitative Ability:- Analogies, similarities and differences, space visualization, spatial orientation, problem-solving, analysis, judgment, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning and figural classification, arithmetic number series, non-verbal series, coding and decoding, statement conclusion, syllogistic reasoning, etc.

Quantitative Aptitude:- Questions will be asked from Simplification, Number Series, Quadratic Equations Average, Percentage, Time & Work, Area, profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Speed, Investment, HCF & LCM, Problem On Ages, Bar Graph, Pictorial Graph, Pie Chart.

Reasoning Ability:- Focus on Comprehension Reasoning, Venn Diagrams, Coding and de-coding, Problem Solving Techniques, Statement & Conclusion type questions, arithmetic reasoning, arithmetical number series, non-verbal series, syllogistic reasoning, Seating Arrangements, Decision Making, Input & Output, Logical Reasoning. Questions from Non-Verbal Reasoning may ask in the Exam.

General Awareness :

• Current Affairs (National and International)
• Major Financial / Economic News
• Budget and Five Year Plans
• Sports
• Books and Authors
• Awards and Honors
• Science – Inventions and Discoveries
• Abbreviations
• Important Days
• International and National Organizations are some related topics

English Language:- Mainly Focus on the topics like Synonyms, Antonyms, Sentence Error, Sentence correction, fill in the blanks, Sentence Arrangements/ Word Arrangement, Comprehension & Cloze Test nothing can be out of these mentioned Topics, etc. Comprehension will be lengthy & Difficult.

Tier-2: is Trade Specific Test so its syllabus is different for different trade of the ITI. but we can assume all the Theoretical and practical part as Syllabus

These are the Basic information of technicians in DRDO. let’s Move on next that is Admin & Allied or Non-tech Entry in DRDO.

How to Apply for Technician DRDO

• Notification of the Technician DRDO will be Available o DRDO official Site. regularly check for the new vacancy.
• when notification arrive go through the instruction.
• the link generate only when notification of the vacancy arrive.
• please read full notification before apply
• DRDO Official Website : https://www.drdo.gov.in/careers

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Admin & Allied (Non-Tech) Vacancy in DRDO

• The Non-technical Essential vacancies listed as Admin & allied as follows-
• Stenographer
• Administrative assistant (Hindi, English typing)
• Store Assistant (Hind English Typing)
• Clerk
• Halwai
• Vehicle Operator
• Fire Engine Driver
• Fireman

Responsibilities of (Admin & Allied) Non-tech DRDO Employee

What are the Responsibilities of Non-tech DRDO Employee:
All the Non-Tech essential vacancies have their own responsibility and all are different. but as common we can say. it responsible for all the official work which essential to operate any Organisation. these staff also responsible for the Privacy and protection of the Organisation.

Pay Scale of Non-Tech DRDO Employee

What is the Salary of Non-tech DRDO Employee:
All the Admin and Allied Staff are under Pay level-2 offer (Rs 19900 to 63200/-) for all posts except Stenographer Grade-II i.e. Pay at level 4 (Rs 25500-81100) as per 7th CPC Pay matrix and other benefits as per Govt. of India rules.

Selection Process of Admin & Allied (Non-tech) DRDO Exam

What is the selection process of non-tech in DRDO:
The election process of the Admin and Allied Posts in DRDO is based on tier-1 and Tier-2 exam which is computer-based exams. both are described below. Selected candidates will be deputed to Medical test and Physical Endurance Test. and appointed to their positions according to Score of these tests.

Tier	Mod/Type of exam	Scope of exam	Marks	Total marks & Duration
1	CBT Computer base Test	Section-A (Aptitude, General English, Reasoning, General Science) ________________ Section-B (Trade Specific)	Section-A 50 mark _____________ Section-B 100 marks	150 Marks & 120 min.
2	Trade Test Qualifying in Nature	Trade Specific Exam, ( ITI Trade )	__________	60 to 120 min.

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Eligibility of Admin & Allied (Non-tech) DRDO Exam

What is the Eligibility of Non-tech Vacancy in DRDO:

• All the Admin & Allied vacancies have Different Educational and Skill criteria.
• Candidate must be as an Indian citizen
• Age between 18 to 27 year (Age Relaxation is Applicable as per govt. rules)

Post Name	Educational Requirement	Other Essential Skill
Stenographer Grade-2 (English Typing)	10+2 from any Recognize board.	Skill test norms Dictation: 10 min @ 80 words per min. Transcription: 50 min (English) (Only on Computer)
Administrative Assistant ‘A’ (English typing)	10+2 from any Recognize board	Skill test norms on computer: English typing @ 35 Words per min/10 min allow.
Administrative Assistant ‘A’ (Hindi typing)	10+2 from any Recognize board	Skill test norms on computer: Hindi typing @ 30 Words per min/10 min allow
Store Assistant ‘A’ (English Typing)	10+2 from any Recognize board	Skill test norms on computer: English typing @ 35 Words per min/10 min allow.
Store Assistant ‘A’ (Hindi Typing)	10+2 from any Recognize board	Skill test norms on computer: Hindi typing @ 30 Words per min/10 min allow
Security Assistant ‘A’	10+2 from any Recognize board	Physical Fitness and Capability to Undertake strenuous Deties
Clerk	10th pass from any recognize board	Accurate typing speed in English: 30 Word/min and Hindi: 25 words/min
Assit. Halwai- cum cook	10th pass from any recognize board	Two years of experience in Cooking of Govt or semi govt organization.
Vehicle Operator ‘A’	10th pass from any recognize board	Possession of a valid Driving license of Heavy-duty vehicle
Fire Engine Driver	10th pass from any recognize board	Possession of a valid Driving license of Heavy-duty vehicle
Fireman	10th pass from any recognize board	Physical Fitness and Capability to Undertake strenuous Deties

these all are the Minimum and only Requirement of the admin and Allied vacancy under DRDO

Syllabus of Admin & Allied (Non-tech) DRDO exam

What Syllabus asked in Non-tech DRDO Exam:

TIER-I is Computer Based Test (CBT) consist of 2 sections :

Section A :-

Quantitative Ability :- Analogies, similarities and differences, space visualisation, spatial orientation, problem solving, analysis, judgement, decision making, visual memory, discrimination, observation, relationship concepts, arithmetical reasoning and figural classification, arithmetic number series, non-verbal series, coding and decoding, statement conclusion, syllogistic reasoning etc.

Quantitative Aptitude :- Questions will be asked from Simplification, Number Series, Quadratic Equations Average, Percentage, Time & Work, Area, profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Speed, Investment, HCF & LCM, Problem On Ages, Bar Graph, Pictorial Graph, Pie Chart.

Reasoning Ability:- Focus on Comprehension Reasoning, Venn Diagrams, Coding and de-coding, Problem Solving Techniques, Statement & Conclusion type questions, arithmetic reasoning, arithmetical number series, non-verbal series, syllogistic reasoning, Seating Arrangements, Decision Making, Input & Output, Logical Reasoning. Questions from Non-Verbal Reasoning may ask in the Exam.

General Awareness :

• Current Affairs (National and International)
• Major Financial / Economic News
• Budget and Five Year Plans
• Sports
• Books and Authors
• Awards and Honors
• Science – Inventions and Discoveries
• Abbreviations
• Important Days
• International and National Organizations are some related topics

English Language:- Mainly Focus on the topics like Synonyms, Antonyms, Sentence Error, Sentence correction, fill in the blanks, Sentence Arrangements/ Word Arrangement, Comprehension & Cloze Test nothing can be out of these mentioned Topics, etc.

How to Apply for Admin and Allied (Non-tech) post in DRDO

• Candidates must satisfy themselves, before applying,
  about their eligibility for the post.
• Candidates are, therefore, urged to carefully read the advertisement and complete the application form and submit the
  The same as per the instructions to avoid rejection later.
• All candidates must apply online through the link available on CEPTAM notice board (Older Link may not Work)
  https://www.drdo.gov.in/drdo/ceptam/ceptamnoticeboard.html

MTS- Multitasking Staff in DRDO

There is no Organisation that has not multi-tasking staff, and DRDO hires MTS through CEPTAM. for multitasking. here the all eligibility, selection process, and syllabus.

• Candidate must be an Indian Citizen
• The minimum requirement is 10th pass candidate or ITI, age between 18 to 25 years.
• Two Exams are conducted for the selection Tier1 is for Screening and Tier 2 for  Final Selection
• The syllabus can be Differ but common subjects are asked – Reasoning, Aptitude math, Hindi. same as describe in Upper Paragraph.
• Selection on the basis of Tier 1 and tier 2 Exam score.

Pay Scale and Benefits

All the Multitasking staff in DRDO are under in 7th CPC Pay matrix offer (Rs 18000-56900/-) and Medical Facility, Leave Travel Concession, Children Education Allowance, and other allowances/advances as per extant Govt of India rules.

How to Apply for MTS DRDO

• Candidates must satisfy themselves, before applying,
  about their eligibility for the post.
• Candidates are, therefore, urged to carefully read the advertisement and complete the application form and submit the
  The same as per the instructions to avoid rejection later.
• All candidates must apply online through the link available on CEPTAM notice board (Older Link may not Work)
  https://www.drdo.gov.in/drdo/ceptam/ceptamnoticeboard.html

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This is all about DRDO and Its Requirement Posts, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pay-scale, and Selection process. I hope this information is helpful to you. if you having any doubt please write in the comment below. I will reply as soon as possible.

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